[IC] UK78 - 60%+Numpad Keyboard - A British Custom - GB LIVE!

[Petch]

Any idea when this might go live? Roughly

[rozakiin]

Any idea when this might go live? Roughly

Mid to end of next month.

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

Came here from RSII rev. D reddit.
I'll just forget that crappy thing and opt for this state-of-the-art beauty.

BTW, will it be possible to get PCB only in case I mill my own case and plate?

[Rykno]

Very interesting board.

If I'm reading this right the aluminum full base is optional?

I can use the top piece solely with the acrylic base?
...if so, can we purchase multiple diffusers? at 6$ I might want more than one in case of cracks etc.

If I can purchase spare PCBs and acrylic plates I might need this to pair with my Fjell 

[rioc]

Any idea when this might go live? Roughly

Mid to end of next month.

please do end of next month... cuz payday or my wallet can't take it

[rozakiin]

Came here from RSII rev. D reddit.
I'll just forget that crappy thing and opt for this state-of-the-art beauty.

BTW, will it be possible to get PCB only in case I mill my own case and plate?

Yes it will be possible to just get a PCB.

[rozakiin]

Very interesting board.

If I'm reading this right the aluminum full base is optional?

I can use the top piece solely with the acrylic base?
...if so, can we purchase multiple diffusers? at 6$ I might want more than one in case of cracks etc.

If I can purchase spare PCBs and acrylic plates I might need this to pair with my Fjell 

That would be no problem. I will have an option for ordering multiple pieces on the form.

[rozakiin]

Any idea when this might go live? Roughly

Mid to end of next month.

please do end of next month... cuz payday or my wallet can't take it

Invoices will be sent out after the Groupbuy ends, PM me to discuss specifics if you cannot meet the deadlines.

[rioc]

Any idea when this might go live? Roughly

Mid to end of next month.

please do end of next month... cuz payday or my wallet can't take it

Invoices will be sent out after the Groupbuy ends, PM me to discuss specifics if you cannot meet the deadlines.

I see, makes sense

[Rykno]

Very interesting board.

If I'm reading this right the aluminum full base is optional?

I can use the top piece solely with the acrylic base?
...if so, can we purchase multiple diffusers? at 6$ I might want more than one in case of cracks etc.

If I can purchase spare PCBs and acrylic plates I might need this to pair with my Fjell 

That would be no problem. I will have an option for ordering multiple pieces on the form.

That's great to hear. Look forward to the buy!

[LiQuiDs]

  OMG!!!

i love it. when is start? i want IN.

[Petch]

I do hope the full bottom gets enough interest, it'd be nice to hit that 50 MOQ

How long will the GB run for once it's started?

[LiQuiDs]

I live in USA, i can get in when you guys start selling?

i really want that nice keyboard!!! please let me know.  )

[mike873]

Will you breakout i2c or spi from the mcu for custom additions?

[rozakiin]

Sample Case photos:

A few points following inspection of the sample, the manufacturer was close to the colour I specified for anodising however I chose the wrong colour to match N9, the new colour will be Pantone 446 C.
The lasered UK78 logo will not be on production cases as it doesn't suit darker coloured cases.
The only manufacturing error on the case was a scratch made by the anodising wire but it is on the inside edge hidden by the feet from view completely.
Also those are not the bumpons that will come with the case, just ones I had lying around.

[kmba]

overall looks pretty good.  I think the feet could use some insets for where the non-slip pads go though. 

[Rykno]

overall looks pretty good.  I think the feet could use some insets for where the non-slip pads go though.

I agree; looks like a great first production sample! Some inset for the stick on pads would be very appreciated.

The UK78 logo is going to be engraved slightly yes? but not colored?

[Traveler]

Damn that thing looks beautiful, especially for a sample! No complaints. Like Rykno, my only question is will the UK78 logo be on the case at all? I typically don't like branding but for some reason I love the UK78 logo. It breaks the flat metal look nicely. Even just engraved a little works for me.

[eyedrop]

I agree with Traveler also.  I like the UK78 logo.  The subtle engraving would work even on darker color case.

[Elefantine]

Does the top case include the acrylic vanity base? Or will we have to get the fullsize base as well?

[ChitownM2]

Does the top case include the acrylic vanity base? Or will we have to get the fullsize base as well?

Based on first post, I believe both bases will be available for purchase. You can use either or neither.

[kmba]

You can set it up like this:
Either top case
Acrylic bottom or full aluminum bottom
If you go acrylic, you can use the angled feet or universal round screw in feet

[Elefantine]

You can set it up like this:
Either top case
Acrylic bottom or full aluminum bottom
If you go acrylic, you can use the angled feet or universal round screw in feet

The full aluminium bottom is the big slanted one right?

[rozakiin]

You can set it up like this:
Either top case
Acrylic bottom or full aluminum bottom
If you go acrylic, you can use the angled feet or universal round screw in feet

The full aluminium bottom is the big slanted one right?

Correct!

I agree with Traveler also.  I like the UK78 logo.  The subtle engraving would work even on darker color case.

I will look into if this is possible! I will also see if cutouts for the bumpons can be put on the feet.

[Petch]

So those feet in the picture are the £180 option? Or am I mistaken?

[kmba]

No, they're the £90 separate feet option.

[vladko95]

Do you plan on getting a fjell style sample?

[rozakiin]

Do you plan on getting a fjell style sample?

No plans to, I'll be grabbing one for myself in the group buy however!

[ykilroy]

Looks really good. I like this array.

[breckstar]

Any sample anodized chips for all the colors coming before order?

[rozakiin]

Any sample anodized chips for all the colors coming before order?

The manufacturer was very close to the RAL 7021 that I asked for in the sample so I am confident that the rest of the colours will also be accurate. However due to keycaps being ABS and the cases being Aluminium I cannot guarantee that the colours will be identical due to how the different materials reflect colours.

[Petch]

Will you be getting a sample of the full bottom? I'd like to see how that looks

[decker]

How good is this ?

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/red-scarf-ii-plus-ver-d-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit

[Petch]

How good is this ?

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/red-scarf-ii-plus-ver-d-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit

I'd wait for the UK78, but if you're wanting a cheaper option and live in the US then it's worth considering

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

I've found this thread from that RS discussion.
The RS kit is overpriced IMO: the case is mediocre, the default plate is so-so too and with keycaps and switches not included this effectively leaves you with 130 USD PCB. I skipped and will order UK78 PCB at least. I can cut plate for my layout (not universal) from any material I want, I can cut case too, actually (but I really love the design of Fjell, so maybe...), I've got switches and keycaps enough to build a close-to-endgame board for home usage. So I'll stick with this one.

[finalblue]

If willing to ship to the US, I am in.

I came from the RS II+ thread on Massdrop.  The layout drew me in but overall it seemed to be lacking quality and value.  Someone posted about rozakiin and the UK78 and that was the end for me.  This looks to be a thing of beauty.

[zigzag801]

I also came here from the Red Scarf II+ Ver. D on Massdrop and I'm glad I saw this before the drop was over. Cancelled my order and will wait for this keyboard. The case and the fact that this PCB is still programmable is worth the wait for my end game board. I need an HHKB layout with numpad!

[ChitownM2]

Everything still on track for the GB to launch later this month?

Definitely excited to get my hands on this

[rozakiin]

Everything still on track for the GB to launch later this month?

Definitely excited to get my hands on this

Should be, I have finished my last exam now so can focus all my attention on preparing the group buy.

[Elefantine]

How much would international shipping cost?

[rozakiin]

How much would international shipping cost?

Depends on location but ~£35-40 for shipping to USA

[ns90]

I'm unhealthy excited for this.

[hormbre]

I am very interesed. The only thing that I am worrying about is how much will it cost to ship out to China.

[rozakiin]

I am very interesed. The only thing that I am worrying about is how much will it cost to ship out to China.

£40-45 is the current estimate for china.

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

What about sending PCB only to Russia? According to Royal Mail it's something about 10 GBP for international tracked. Can you confirm that?

[rozakiin]

What about sending PCB only to Russia? According to Royal Mail it's something about 10 GBP for international tracked. Can you confirm that?

Sounds about right, exact shipping will be calculated and invoiced once I have the components on hand.

[Tachi]

This looks pretty much like my endgame board! Don't know why it took so long for me to see this thread, now I need to find the money for when the GB goes live! 

Also if only there was a purple case option, that would be my perfect board!

[breckstar]

This looks pretty much like my endgame board! Don't know why it took so long for me to see this thread, now I need to find the money for when the GB goes live! 

Also if only there was a purple case option, that would be my perfect board!

Would make a good match for hyperfuse

[FearsomeCubedWarrior]

I'm tempted: get some more white alps and dress this board with DSA Lightcycle or use heavy MX clicky/tactile and dress the board with GMK laser?

[rozakiin]

This looks pretty much like my endgame board! Don't know why it took so long for me to see this thread, now I need to find the money for when the GB goes live! 

Also if only there was a purple case option, that would be my perfect board!

I might be able to have purple produced but I would need to speak to the manufacturer to ensure that I doesn't affect the cost of the other orders. Contact me once you have submitted your order and I will see what I can do.